Image: Google Maps / Bridal Falls Golf Club is pictured above prior to pipeline construction activities occurring at its premises. The Cheam First Nation in Chilliwack says it has been actively negotiating the acquisition of those lands for its benefit, as it has a policy of reclaiming lands within its traditional territory.

By Mike Vanden Bosch

Bridal Falls Golf Club

Cheam First Nation still looking to acquire Bridal Falls Golf Club

Mar 29, 2023 | 11:01 AM

CHILLIWACK — Although it’s been closed due to ongoing Trans Mountain Pipeline construction activities, the Bridal Falls Golf Club appears to still have a willing buyer interested in acquiring it.

In a statement released to Fraser Valley Today on Tuesday, March 21, Cheam First Nation Councillor Luke Pike says his band has a policy of acquiring land within its traditional territory as opportunities permit.

“Cheam First Nation has a policy of reclaiming traditional territory when it becomes available,” Councillor Pike said in a statement. “The golf course lands fit those criteria and the Cheam First Nation has been actively negotiating the acquisition of those lands for its benefit, and in support of the Cascade Skyline Gondola Project (CSGP).”

Councillor Pike says the potential land acquisition aligns with the goal of benefitting its residents.

“Cheam First Nation has been in the process of seeking to accumulate these lands for our benefit,” Councillor Pike said. “Those discussions are ongoing and broadly supported within our community.”

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When it comes to project funding, the Cascade Skyline Gondola project is almost fully financed, reports gondola project co-founder Jayson Faulkner.

“Essentially, yes, with backing from a number of investors, along with major commitments from international lift companies Doppelmayer and Leitner Poma of between $50 -$60 million,” Faulkner said. “These are the largest two lift companies in the world (and have both rejected the BVMR proposal). They know the ski industry and what makes sense and what does not.”

Concerning the issue of resolving any outstanding land claims, Faulkner says proponents of the project are committed to adding any more interested First Nations so that their voices are heard.

“We are working with our Cheam and Pelolxw partners and other First Nations (e.g., Skawahlook) to ensure any interested Sto:lo Nations can explore participation in the project and most importantly, and to ensure this project is consistent with the values and goals of First Nations as partners,” Faulkner said.